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Ministry of Finance
IFSCA obtains Membership of International Association of Insurance Supervisors 
The International Financial Services Centres Authority  obtained membership of International Association of Insurance Supervisors .
Established in 1994, the IAIS headquartered in Switzerlandis a voluntary membership organization of insurance supervisors and regulators from more than 200 jurisdictions, constituting 97% of the world's insurance premiums. It is the international standard-setting body responsible for developing and assisting in the implementation of principles, standards and other supporting material for the supervision of the insurance sector. The IAIS also provides a forum for Members to share their experiences and understanding of insurance supervision and insurance markets. In recognition of its collective expertise, the IAIS is routinely called upon by the G20 leaders and other international standard setting bodies.
With this membership IFSCA would have access to IAIS’s global network and would be able to exchange ideas and information with other global regulators. This would help in developing a vibrant global Insurance hub in IFSC at GIFT City. Currently, 17 leading Insurance entities are operating from GIFT IFSC undertaking offshore Insurance and Reinsurance business. This membership would go a long way in connecting IFSC with global insurance institutions and would facilitate IFSCA in joint development of global insurance business with other global centres.
Some of the leading members of IAIS are United Kingdom- Financial Conduct Authority , USA- National Association of Insurance Commissioners , USA- Federal Insurance Office of the Insurance of the United States Department of Treasury ,Singapore- Monetary Authority of Singapore , India- Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India .
Ministry of Education
President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind to virtually confer the National Award to Teachers to 47 awardees on Teachers Day
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind will virtually confer National Award to Teachers in New Delhi tomorrow. Union Minister of Education Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ and MoS for Education Shri Sanjay Dhotre will also be present on the occasion. The national level awards are given to teachers on Teachers' Day to celebrate the unique contribution of some of the finest teachers in the country and to honour those teachers who through their commitment have not only improved the quality of school education but also enriched the lives of their students.
The guidelines National Award to Teachers were revised in the year 2018 making the process online, transparent and three stage with inclusion of National level Jury.
- Online self-nomination from teachers on mhrd.gov.in
- All regular teachers eligible. No minimum years of service required.
- No State/UT/Organization quota for final selection.
- Final selection by Independent National Jury from amongst shortlisted candidates’ list received from States/UTs/Organizations.
- Number of awards rationalized to 45 .
Self-nomination by teachers through online portal on www.mhrd.gov.in were invited. First level scrutiny was done by District Selection Committee  headed by the District Education Officer. Based on prescribed selection criteria, DSC shortlisted 3 names and the same were forwarded to State Selection Committee through online portal.
Second level of scrutiny was to be done by State Selection Committee  headed by Principal Secretary/Secretary of State Education Department. The SSC evaluated all the nominations and recommended names of shortlisted candidates subject to the maximum number allotted to the States/UTs and forwarded them to Independent National Jury through online portal.
Final selection for National Awards to Teachers 2020 was made by Independent Jury at National level headed by retired Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy, MHRD. Jury reviewed the list of candidates as forwarded by States and Organisations and carries out fresh assessment. This year, the candidates appeared before the Jury through Video Conference and made presentations before the Jury. Jury selected 47 teachers.
The selected awardees with their commitment and industry have not only improved the quality of school education but also enriched the lives of their students and community through various activities like improving enrolment and reducing dropouts, adopting joyful and experiential teaching-learning practices, development and use of cost effective TLMs, organizing extra-curricular & co-curricular activities, spreading social awareness among children, encouraging community participation, appropriate and effective use of ICT in teaching, promotion of nation building and national integration.
National Awards to Teachers will be streamed live on 5th September, 2020 at 11 am on the link below:
https://webcast.gov.in/mhrd
Vice President's Secretariat
"खड़गे जी का Humour सताते हुए मौसम को भी बदल देता है" - उपराष्ट्रपति
उपराष्ट्रपति ने आज राज्यसभा में श्री मल्लिकार्जुन खरगे को जन्मदिन की शुभकामनाएं दीं
उपराष्ट्रपति और राज्य सभा के सभापति, श्री जगदीप धनखड़ ने आज संसद में राज्यसभा में विपक्ष के माननीय नेता श्री मल्लिकार्जुन खरगे और राज्यसभा के माननीय सदस्य श्री जोगिनीपल्ली संतोष कुमार को जन्मदिन की शुभकामनाएं दीं। सदन में बधाई देते समय उपराष्ट्रपति जी ने कहा -
"खड़गे जी का Humour सताते हुए मौसम को भी बदल देता है"
Following is the full statement of Rajya Sabha Chairman -
Hon’ble Members, I take the opportunity to wish birthday greetings to the Hon'ble Leader of Opposition Shri Mallikarjun Kharge, Member of this august House since June, 2020. Shri Kharge had been Union Cabinet Minister, Member of Lok Sabha , Minister in Government of Karnataka and has been Member of Karnataka Legislative Assembly for nine terms, from 1972-2009.
The House has witnessed his wit and humour and I have also so tasted.
खड़गे जी का Humour सताते हुए मौसम को भी बदल देता है ।
Once again, I wish him a very happy birthday on behalf of the entire House.
May he be ever blessed!
I also take the opportunity to wish birthday greetings to Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Shri Joginipally Santosh Kumar, Member of this House since April, 2018.
Known for his “Green India Challenge” Shri Santosh Kumar also figures in Limca Book of Records for record number of saplings with participation of over sixteen thousand people in Adilabad.
On my own and your behalf, I wish him a long, healthy and happy life."
Ministry of Finance
Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman approves India’s First Sovereign Green Bonds Framework
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman approves the final Sovereign Green Bonds framework of India. This approval will further strengthen India’s commitment towards its Nationally Determined Contribution  targets, adopted under the Paris Agreement, and help in attracting global and domestic investments in eligible green projects. The proceeds generated from issuance of such bonds will be deployed in Public Sector projects which help in reducing carbon intensity of the economy.
The Framework comes close on the footsteps of India’s commitments under “Panchamrit” as elucidated by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, at COP26 at Glasgow in November, 2021. The approval is fulfillment of the announcement in the Union Budget FY 2022-23 by the Union Finance Minister that Sovereign Green Bonds will be issued for mobilising resources for green projects.
Green bonds are financial instruments that generate proceeds for investment in environmentally sustainable and climate-suitable projects. By virtue of their indication towards environmental sustainability, green bonds command a relatively lower cost of capital vis-à-vis regular bonds and necessitates credibility and commitments associated with the process of raising bonds.
In the above context, India’s first Sovereign Green Bonds framework was formulated and as per the provisions of the framework, Green Finance Working Committee  was constituted to validate key decisions on issuance of Sovereign Green Bonds.
Further, CICERO, an independent and globally renowned Norway-based Second Party Opinion  provider, was appointed to evaluate India’s green bonds framework and certify alignment of the framework with ICMA’s Green Bond Principles and international best practices. After due deliberation and consideration, CICERO has rated India’s Green Bonds Framework as ‘Medium Green’ with a “Good” governance score.
The report can be downloaded from the following link:
https://dea.gov.in/sites/default/files/Framework%20for%20Sovereign%20Green%20Bonds.pdf
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
Department of Fisheries implements Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund to provide concessional finance to various Eligible Entities, including State Governments/UTs and State entities for development of identified fisheries infrastructure facilities through Nodal Loaning Entities
The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying with effect from the financial year 2018-19 has been implementing Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund  with a total fund size of Rs.7522.48 crores. FIDF inter-alia provides concessional finance to various Eligible Entities, including State Governments/Union Territories and State entities for development of identified fisheries infrastructure facilities through Nodal Loaning Entities . Under the FIDF, the Department of Fisheries provides interest subvention up to 3% per annum for providing the concessional finance by the NLEs at the interest rate not lower than 5% per annum. FIDF inter-alia envisages development of fishing harbours and fish landing centres. Under FIDF, 46 Fishing Harbours/Fish Landing Centres have been approved at a total cost of Rs. 5087.97 crores.
This information was given by Shri Parshottam Rupala, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Special Service and Features
Divisional level ‘Dak Adalat’ of Ernakulam Postal Division
Kochi: Feb 21, 2023
The Divisional level ‘Dak Adalat’ of Ernakulam Postal Division will be held on 21.02.2023 at 11.00 hrs through video conferencing.
Grievances of postal customers would be heard during the Adalat. Complaints should be sent in advance and contain full details such as date and time of posting, full address of the sender and addressee, registration receipt number with the date and office of booking for eMO/VP/Registered or Insured/Speed post articles. If the complaint is about the Savings schemes or Postal Life Insurance or Rural Postal Life Insurance, the complaint should contain the account number, name and full address of the depositor, name of the Post office and any reference of the postal department if available. However the cases already taken up in the previous Dak Adalats and settled will not be entertained.
Those who wish to avail this facility may send their complaints in envelopes super scribed "DAK ADALAT" addressed to "Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Ernakulam Division, Kochi - 682011" or sent to sspekmdn.keralapost[at]gmail[dot]com
The Last date to send complaints is 20.01.2023. Mobile number and e-mail ID must be mentioned in the application.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Government of India is committed to the welfare of Farmers and Agriculture is it's top priority - Agriculture Minister Shri Narendra Singh Tomar
Procurement of Farm Produce on MSP will continue
Union Agriculture Minister and Minister of Railways, Consumer affairs, Food and Public Distribution interact with representatives of Farmers Organizations from Punjab in New Delhi
The Agriculture Minister Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, Minister of Railways Shri Piyush Goyal and Shri Som Prakash MOS Ministry of Commerce & Industries interacted with the representatives of Farmers Organizations of Punjab on 13th November, 2020 in Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.
At the outset, the Agriculture Minister cordially welcomed the representatives of Farmers Organizations of Punjab and briefed about the reforms made in the agriculture sector to empower the farmers. It was emphasized that agriculture is always on the top priority for Government of India to boost rural economy. He mentioned that the Government is taking several measures for the welfare of farmers with a specific focus on ‘Aatmnirbhar Bharat’. The new Farm Acts would not only provide freedom of choice to the farmers to sell their produce at remunerative price but also safeguard the interest of farmers.
During the interaction, the Ministers also informed the representatives of farmer Organizations that procurement of farm produce on MSP and the Mandi system will continue as before. The new Farm Act will encourage Mandis to provide better services to the farmers.
The representatives of the farmers’ unions expressed their views on new Farm Acts.
The farmer’s representatives were also apprised with other initiatives taken by the Government such as Agriculture Infrastructure Fund and formation of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations aiming towards income enhancement of farmers and creating employment opportunities for youth in rural areas.
During the interaction various issues related to farmer’s welfare were discussed at length. It was assured that the Government of India is always committed to protect the interest of farmers and is always open for discussions for the welfare of farmers. The talks were held in a cordial atmosphere and both sides agreed to continue to hold further discussions.
AYUSH
Shri Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates Hostel Blocks at National Homoeopathy Research Institute in Mental Health, Kottayam
Union Minister of Ayush Shri Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated today hostel blocks for Post Graduate Students at National Homoeopathy Research Institute in Mental Health, Kottayam, Kerala. As part of providing world class facilities to the students the post graduate hostel blocks for both boys and girls have been constructed with a sanctioned budget of Rs. 21 crores.
National Homoeopathy Research Institute in Mental Health is a premier institute under the Central Council for Research In Homoeopathy, an apex research organisation under the Ministry of AYUSH delivering quality mental health services for nearly 5 decades.
On this occasion, the Minister announced that NHRIMH will be developed as a centre of excellence in mental health by providing world class mental health facilities. He also informed that WHO Global Centre of Traditional Medicine at Jamnagar, Gujarat is a big leap in the recognition of Ayush sectors and asked the homoeopathy fraternity to contribute to the same.
The Ministry of Ayush in 2016 upgraded this Institute to a National Institute by introducing Postgraduate courses in Homoeopathy namely MD in Psychiatry and Practice of Medicine specialties and Ph.D. Courses affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences . This hostel facility will be open for PhD scholars and postgraduate trainees and will also cater to the international students once various student exchange programmes are initiated as part of global initiatives in the near future.
Director General of Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy Dr. Subhash Koushik mentioned about setting up of International Centre for Homoeopathy Training at NHRIMH, Kottayam and will extend the facility of the Institute to international community by designing various short term and long-term certification courses in homoeopathy for foreign students.
Election Commission
Subject: Announcement of Schedule for General Elections to Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha & Sikkim, 2019.
In continuation of the Commission’s Press Note No. ECI/PN/23/2019, dated 10th March, 2019, the following may be read as:
2. The date of poll in respect of Bye Elections for 18 ACs of Tamil Nadu, as mentioned at Sl.No. 14 to Sl. No. 31, as already scheduled for Phase 2 of Election, shall be read as 18th April, 2019 instead of 23rd April, 2019.
3. In the details of Schedule No. 3, 4 & 5 in respect of PC  in Jammu & Kashmir, the Date of Issue of Notification, Last Date of Filing Nominations, Scrutiny of Nominations & Last Date for Withdrawal of Candidature, shall be read as 28th March, 2019, 04th April, 2019, 05th April, 2019 & 08th April, 2019, respectively only with Dates of Poll as 23rd April, 2019, 29th April, 2019 & 06th May, 2019, respectively.
4. Accordingly, the election schedule for Anantnag PC of Jammu & Kashmir will be held as per schedule:
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Excursion to historic and places of tourists interest marks the second day of G20 delegates visit to Manipur
On the second day of G20 delegates visit to Manipur ,an excursion was organised by the State Government to showcase places of historic significance and famous tourists spots.
Led by Chief Minister N Biren Sing, the delegates visited the Marjing Polo Complex located in Imphal East district where an iconic statue of polo player mounted on a horse statue has been erected. It is the world's tallest statue of a polo player. It was built to commemorate the game of "modern polo" being originated from Manipur. They were accorded a warm reception by the locals of the area.
The delegation also witnessed an exhibition polo match at the newly developed polo ground in the Complex along with a demonstration of ‘Arambai’ .
One of the delegates from Bhutan ,Sonam Phuntsho talking to our official said that they are mesmerized by the hospitality of the state and look forward to explore investment avenues.
The delegates from 23 nations consisting of 26 overseas business delegates and 24 diplomates also visited the Indian National Army Headquarters located at Moirang in Bishnupur district. On their way, the delegates were greeted with flowers and dances by a large number of people showing the hospitable nature of the State.
The Indian National Army  Headquarters Complex that stands today, embodies the commitment of the Government of Manipur to give fitting tribute to the brave hearts of INA under Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. The Complex symbolizes the spirit and the role played by the Indian National Army in India's Freedom Movement. It was on 14th April 1944, that the flag of the INA, carrying yellow, white and green stripes with the image of springing tiger in the middle, was for the second time hoisted here on Indian soil at Moirang, about 45 kilometres from Imphal, the capital of Manipur. The old house standing in the Complex was used by the INA as its office.
Later the delegates visited the Loktak Lake,where they enjoyed boat ride at Loktak Lake. At the Sangai Ethnic Park they planted trees. Later in the Sangai Ethnic Park, people belonging to different communities showcased showcased their ethnicity and uniqueness with their traditional attires and dances which enthralled the visiting delegation.
The delegates will visit Ema Market ,the largest all women market in Asia and the historical Kangla Fort before leaving Imphal tomorrow.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Exponential rise in India’s testing; Cumulative tests nearing 13.5Cr
Consistent fall in cumulative Positivity Rate as Testing increases
India has demonstrated a consistent increase in the COVID-19 testing infrastructure since Jan 2020 resulting in an exponential increase in its testing numbers.
With 11,59,032 tests conducted in the last 24 hours, the cumulative tests are nearing 13.5 crore .
Comprehensive and widespread testing on a sustained basis has resulted in bringing down the positivity rate. The progressive decline in national cumulative positivity rate has demonstrated that the rate of spread of infection is being effectively contained. The cumulative positivity rate has been steadily falling and has touched 6.84% today.
The declining trend of cumulative positivity rate is a testimony of the wide expansion of the country’s testing facilities.
The daily positivity rate stands at 3.83% as of today.
Sustained and progressive expansion in testing infrastructure has played a crucial role in the steep rise of testing numbers. With 2,138 testing labs in the country including 1167 Government laboratories and 971 Private laboratories, the daily testing capacity has got a substantial boost.
As a result of this, tests per million per day in India is five times more than the WHO standard.
India’s present active caseload  is 4.82% of the total Positive Cases, and has been sustained below the 5% mark.
The Recovery Rate continues to be above 93% as 93.72% of all cases have recovered as of date. In the last 24 hours, the country registered 37,816 new recoveries in the last 24 hours taking the total recovered cases to 86,42,771.
The gap between Recovered cases and Active cases is steadily increasing and presently stands at 81,98,025.
77.53% of the new recoveries are contributed by ten States/UTs.
Kerala leads the tally with 5,149 persons recovering from COVID. Delhi reported 4,943 recoveries, while Maharashtra registered another 4,086 new recoveries in the last 24 hours.
44,376 new confirmed cases were recorded in the last 24 hours.
Ten States/UTs have contributed 76.51% of the new cases. Delhi has reported the highest with 6,224 cases in the last 24 hours. Maharashtra recorded 5,439 new cases while Kerala reported 5,420 daily cases yesterday.
74.22% of the 481 case fatalities reported in the past 24 hours are concentrated in Ten States/UTs.
Delhi with 109 deaths reported the maximum new fatalities. West Bengal saw a fatality count of 49 followed by Uttar Pradesh with 33 deaths.
Special Service and Features
One kilogram of highly potent amphetamine seized in Chennai from a courier shipment - Two persons arrested
Based on specific information received, officers of NCB, Chennai Zonal Unit seized 0.990kg of Amphetamine from a courier at Guindy, Chennai on 24/04/2021. The consignment containing four numbers each of cricket batting gloves and thigh pads was destined to Auckland, New Zealand. On closer inspection of the thigh pads, the NCB officers found that some suspicious material was hidden inside them. The extraction and testing of the hidden material revealed that it was amphetamine, a very potent stimulant.
Immediate follow up actions were initiated under the supervision of Shri Amit Ghawate, Zonal Director, Chennai which led to the arrest of two persons who are behind the drug trafficking. Ashwin T. and C. Surendran, both residents of Chennai were arrested on 28/04/2021, in connection with the seizure. Further investigations are underway to unearth the larger network involved in this case.
NCB acknowledges the dedicated efforts of Sh. Amit Ghawate , Sh. R. Prakash  and other officers associated with the case at NCB, Chennai Zonal Unit.
Amphetamine is a very potent and dangerous stimulant drug. It is commonly abused as a party drug. The side effects of the drug are also very dangerous on the human body. Continued usage can lead to heart problems including heart attack, memory lapses, hallucinations, seizures etc.
This is stated in a press release issued by  IRS Zonal Director, Chennai Zone.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Indian shooter, Avani Lekhara on winning another gold medal at Chateauroux 2022 in France
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Indian shooter, Avani Lekhara on winning another gold medal at Chateauroux 2022 in France.
The Prime Minister tweeted;
"Proud of @AvaniLekhara for winning another Gold at #Chateauroux2022.
Her determination to scale new heights is remarkable. I congratulate her on this feat and wish her the very best for the future."